Experience the thrill of nighttime street racing and U.S. West Coast car culture in Need for Speed! Customize a realistic ride inside and out with a wide range of parts and accessories. Learn from racing masters about past, current and potential future urban car culture trends. Follow different stories through realistic fictional downtown Ventura Bay and other environments, including a harbor and canyons, as you try to gain a legendary reputation though five methods for play -- Style, Speed, Outlaw, Crew and Build. Race away from the police in high-speed pursuits while competing in different ways to prove that you have what it takes to overcome obstacles, drift and handle the curves. Show everyone your need for speed!